Session Profile: Irja Lutsar
Fifteenth Riigikogu, sixth sitting, plenary sitting.
2025-09-16
Political Position
The political position centers on criticizing the over-regulation of data protection, particularly in the fields of medicine and science. The speaker argues that current rules impede the acquisition of new knowledge and better treatment for patients, questioning whether we have crossed the line. This stance is strongly aimed at reducing bureaucracy that obstructs practical activity.
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Topic Expertise
The speaker demonstrates strong expertise in the field of medicine and scientific research, citing the traditions of medicine as an empirical discipline and the decline in data sharing. He/She uses concrete examples, such as the process of obtaining a research permit taking a year and a half, to illustrate regulatory issues.
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Rhetorical Style
The style is direct, inquisitive, and concerned, addressing the Chancellor of Justice respectfully. The speaker employs logical argumentation, highlighting practical consequences (hindering the treatment of patients) and presenting their observations as supporting evidence. The tone is more academic-analytical than emotional.
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Activity Patterns
There is insufficient data.
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Opposition Stance
The criticism is directed against systemic over-regulation and data protection rules that impede scientific research and medical education. Specific political opponents are not named; rather, the focus is on criticizing the broader regulatory environment, which is described as "grinding to a halt."
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Collaboration Style
The speaker expresses respect and recognition for the Chancellor of Justice's address, thereby establishing a basis for dialogue with the legal institution. Information regarding willingness to cooperate with other political forces is unavailable.
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Regional Focus
The focus is clearly international and global, stressing that data protection issues in healthcare affect Estonia, the European Union, and the entire world.
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Economic Views
There is insufficient data.
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Social Issues
The main social issue is the balance between data protection and the acquisition of medical knowledge. The speaker emphasizes that excessive privacy regulation impedes the acquisition of new knowledge needed for better patient treatment, thereby prioritizing medical progress.
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Legislative Focus
The legislative focus is on the critical evaluation and potential amendment of data protection regulations, as they are causing abnormally long delays (1.5 years) in obtaining research permits. The speaker will initiate a discussion regarding the necessity of easing regulatory restrictions in the interest of science and medicine.
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